
ALUMNI EVENTS
At SP2, we offer our alumni a slate of events that provide opportunities for networking, personal development, and professional enrichment.
These events allow SP2 graduates to interact with each other but also to get to know current students, faculty, and staff. We hope these events will create spaces for alumni to feel connected with SP2’s present and invested in the School’s future.
SP2 Alumni Hall of Fame
Nomination requirements, due by 2/1/2026:
The nominees should have distinguished themselves in their chosen fields, disciplines, positions and/or occupations. Contributions may include, but are not limited to: development of new programs, procedures, models, teaching, writing, research, service, or by other outstanding records of consistent advancement in their chosen profession.
Guidelines:
- Nominations may be received from any member of the SP2 community, including faculty, staff, alumni, and students
- Alumni can self-nominate
- Nominations must be received by February 1st deadline
- Nominations and supporting documents may be submitted online or through other approved forms when electronic submission is not possible
Nominations must include:
- Nomination form
- If the nomination is accepted, nominee must submit two letters of support and current resume or curriculum vitae for consideration
Eligibility:
- Nominees to the SP2 Alumni Hall of Fame must have graduated at least five years prior to their nomination
- Nominees must have contributed in a significant way to the mission and vision of SP2
- Nominations and awards are not contingent upon a graduate’s giving record or potential for giving.
SP2 Fridays
A chance for alumni to return to Caster for relaxed evening of food and refreshments with current students and faculty. Held throughout the semester.
SP2 Minute
This event allows SP2 graduates to share their expertise with the rest of the School’s community and engage in thought provoking discussions on a wide range of relevant topics. Held throughout the semester.
Alumni Weekend
SP2 Alumni Reception, May 16th, 2026; 5:30-8pm
SP2 Commencement Pre-Reception, May 17th, 2026; 2-5:30pm
Commencement Ceremony, May 17th, 6:30-8:30pm
SP2 Alumni Hall of Fame Ceremony and Jazz Brunch, May 17th, 2026: 12-2pm
All alumni are welcomed back to campus to celebrate the completion of another academic year with food, drink, and live music.
In addition, each semester, special one-off events are held to highlight alumni from each program, events to create networking opportunities for alumni, and events that feature current faculty discussing their work.
Please make sure to check your email for details on all upcoming events as well as the SP2 Calendar.
Events
11/10
Speaker Series with The Rev. Charles (Chaz) Lattimore Howard, PhD
Our November speaker is The Rev. Dr. Charles(Chaz) L. Howard who serves as the University Chaplain and Vice President for Social Equity and Community at the University of Pennsylvania, his […]
Events
11/12
Ethical Storytelling: Avoiding Savior Narratives
Nonprofits use stories to raise money and share their mission. But sometimes, stories can accidentally send the wrong message, making the nonprofit or donor look like the “hero” instead of […]
News
Faculty & Research
11/04

A road map to reduce firearm harms by 2040
Three Penn faculty members, including SP2’s Dr. Desmond Patton, are among more than 40 experts to author a report addressing the persistent challenge of gun violence and proposing solutions stemming from a JAMA Summit convened last spring.